Scanning and Recalibration: Big Picture Thinking
The systems and features in today’s vehicles are the complex part. It’s hard for any of us to fathom how some of the electronics work. Now, we have to factor them into the repair process.
Vehicle Electronics: Time to Get Serious
Do you have processes and procedures for dealing with ADAS yet? It’s time for all of us to get serious about doing it right.
The Next Blizzard of Collision Industry Acronyms
Each of the changes in car construction, finish quality, environmental regulations and passenger safety were all ushered in on a tsunami of scary acronyms: SAI, HSS, BC/CC, HAPS, HVLP, ABS and now SDV. But what do they mean?
CEMB Introduces New Wheel Alignment System
CEMB has introduced a new wheel alignment system designed to maximize labor profits when repairing and calibrating advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS).
CARSTAR Urges Customers to Stay Winter Ready
Cold weather can create some of the harshest driving conditions of the year. The months between October and February top the list for accidents, vehicle damage and injuries.
Scanning and Recalibration: Thinking Beyond the Sheet Metal
Mechanical repairs such as alignments and replacement of suspension parts all may have considerations as to post-repair scans or recalibrations.
FCA US Consolidates Automatic Emergency Braking Components for Model Year 2019
The first FCA US systems featured cameras and radar sensors mounted in the rearview mirror and front grille, respectively. The arrival earlier this year of the 2019 Ram 1500 full-size pickup consolidated these technologies behind the rearview mirror.
Hyundai Mobis Develops Autonomous Reverse-Driving Technology
Hyundai Mobis said it has developed reverse-driving support technology that autonomously steers when a car goes backward.
Is Your Body Shop Planning for Scanning?
What’s the best way to handle scanning, purchasing a scan tool or subletting your scanning or recalibration? I wish there was one plan or program that fits all, but there isn’t.
I-CAR Clarifies Additional Nissan/Infiniti Calibration Requirements
Steering-angle sensors, power windows and navigation systems are among the additional items on Nissan and Infiniti vehicles that might require a calibration or initialization after removal, replacement or when the battery is disconnected, according to I-CAR.